§ Mr. GrayTo ask the Deputy Prime Minister whether he plans to retain the ring-fenced rural programme of the Housing Corporation available to new starts in settlements of fewer than 3,000 people. [185194]
§ Keith HillThe Office of the Deputy Prime Minister current target—to provide at least 3,500 new affordable homes in communities with fewer than 3,000 people—covers the period 2004–06 (and early indications show that this is likely to be exceeded). From 2006–07 targets will be determined regionally based on advice from the Regional Housing Boards.